FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
12 Payson Ave. # 1, Boston MA 02125
Boston, MA 02125
$4,500
$4,000/mo
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About this home
Welcome to this LARGE, beautifully maintained 5 Bedroom 1 Bath home on 3 levels of living -in Duplex side-side home in the heart of Upham's Corner, Dorchester. One of Boston's most convenient locations close to major area amenities, shopping, restaurants, cafes, house of worship, laundry and medical facilities/clinics and minutes from Boston Medical Center (BMC). This SPACIOUS home is well maintained and freshly painted, beautiful, hardwood flooring throughout, great size rooms with closets, with plenty of natural light. Walk into the LARGE eat in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, storage and fridge comes with the rental. Easy access and short distance to public transportation, WALKING DISTANCE TO RED LINE & Commuter Rail making Downtown Boston a quick ride for commuters. Off-street parking, no permit required. Come see it and make this your dream rental home!
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
11.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Lease Pending
Aug 15, 2026
Lease pending
Price Reduced
Jun 28, 2026
$4,000
$500
(-11.11%)
From $4,500 to $4,000 (-11.1%)
Showing Instructions Updated
May 30, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Rent
May 30, 2026
$4,500
Original listing
Agent: Maria Docanto
Office: RE/MAX Platinum
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 06/28/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,000 | $500 | - | From $4,500 to $4,000 (-11.1%) |
| 05/30/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/30/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $4,500 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1930
Living Area
1,731 sq ft
Lot Size
0 sq ft
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Rental Details
Available
Jun 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(Lease),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Trash Collection, Snow Removal
Security Deposit
$4,500
Required
First MonthDepositReferences
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
Off-site
Features
Internet Available - Dsl
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
78 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Lease Pending
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,731 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,731 sq ft above grade
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Laminate, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Internet Available - DSL
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Off-Site
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.2 mi
|
#261 of 352
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
454 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Everett Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#728 of 824
|
Score: 33.7
Dropped 53 spots from last year
-24.5 below state avg
288 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Compass School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Mather Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#754 of 824
|
Score: 32.2
Dropped 257 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
473 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#665 of 824
|
Score: 37.6
Dropped 171 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
226 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
F
King Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#823 of 824
|
Score: 22.7
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-35.6 below state avg
464 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
0.6 mi
|
#167 of 346
|
Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Holland School
0.7 mi
|
#721 of 824
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 98 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
641 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
F
Clap Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#808 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.4 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
0.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
1.6 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.6 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.6 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.9 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.1 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.9 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 06-09
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.1 mi
|
#11 of 25
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
2.3 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.3 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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12 Payson Ave. # 1, Boston MA 02125
Boston, MA 02125
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Maria Docanto
Listing Office
RE/MAX Platinum
Office Phone
781-484-1957
Agent MLS ID
CN247896
Office MLS ID
AN4663
Listing Data Updated
Aug 15, 2026 9:54 PM EDT
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